Respiratory Therapists Salary in Northeast Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $66,100 -17.8% vs national
Median hourly $31.78
10th percentile $56,090
90th percentile $79,790
Employed locally 90
National median $80,450

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $56,090
    25th
    $63,050
    50th (median)
    $66,100
    75th
    $77,900
    90th
    $79,790

    Top-paying metros for Respiratory Therapists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $137,080
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $134,880
    Vallejo, CA $132,520
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $131,320
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $129,640
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $129,180

    Related occupations in Northeast Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $75,460
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $49,710
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,170
    Pharmacists $132,190
    Nurse Practitioners $122,260
    Paramedics $46,990

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Respiratory Therapists make per hour in Northeast Louisiana?

    The median hourly wage for Respiratory Therapists in Northeast Louisiana is $31.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $41.78 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Louisiana above or below average for Respiratory Therapists salaries?

    The median Respiratory Therapists salary in Northeast Louisiana is 17.8% below the national median of $80,450. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Respiratory Therapists in Northeast Louisiana?

    Entry-level Respiratory Therapists (10th percentile) earn around $56,090 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $63,050.